hi all.

I have read ALL the threads on the above, but none of them relate to my specific question.

I have a 1990 190e 2.5 16v. It has the SLS but also has the ASD. This means the SLS and the ASD are on the same hydraulic circuit.

This means that if I go down the normal route of blocking of the SLS pump to remove the SLS I will no longer have a hydraulic feed for the ASD/Diff and my traction control will not work.

Can someone please comment on the following points?

(1) one idea is to swap my diff for an early mechanical one as the locking/traction control mechanism is mechanical not hydraulic. If I did this how do the earlier diffs work, don’t they have loads of wires going to them? Would an early mechanical locking diff work in a late car?? Assuming it did I could then remove the SLS “circuit” and still have the traction control. I must admit this route is not preferred, as I have only quite recently replaced the diff, with a correct hydraulic locking one, at great expense.

(2) Another idea, and this is where I really need the guidance. Would it be possible to re-plumb the hydraulic circuit to exclude the rear shocks and associated workings but still provide a feed for the diff? I am not sure of the layout of the pipework as yet – does anyone have a diagram of any description? I am assuming if I could thake the SLS out of the "loop" then I could remove it easily.

Any help/guidance/advice/pointers appreciated.

Many thanks

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Steve Howson

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www.mercedes-cosworth.co.uk

anyone.....

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Steve Howson

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www.mercedes-cosworth.co.uk

Steve,

I am not sure about how the ASD works. On this side of the pond the 16V was only legally available in 1986 and 1987.

Are you sure the ASD is tied to the SLS system? That would seem strange to me. In the specification on your web page it calls the system "electric" slip control. Are you sure it doesn't just cut power to the motor when it senses wheel spin?

Unfortunately the prior owner of my 16v removed the SLS system and went with cheap shocks and the car rides like a truck, but handles well. From what I have read, when the SLs system is maintained and works, it is a great system.

If you elect to remove it, buy some quality shocks.

Tinker